Fines

Beware of Jury Duty Scams: No Court Asks for Fines Over the Phone

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San Antonio, Texas – A surge in reports has emerged of individuals being duped into paying fines over the phone for supposedly missing jury duty. This scam, targeting unsuspecting citizens, involves tricksters who impersonate law enforcement or judicial officials demanding payment for non-existent fines. Authorities have clarified that such calls are fraudulent and no judicial entity would solicit fines via phone calls. The scammers often use aggressive tactics and insist on immediate payment using prepaid cards or wire transfers, a method preferred for its difficulty in tracing. Residents are urged to remain vigilant and report … Read more

Washington State Levies Over Half a Million in Fines Against Insurance Violators

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Olympia, Washington — The Washington state insurance commissioner, Mike Kreidler, has imposed fines totaling $576,500 on various insurance entities for breaches of state insurance regulations during the months of October and November 2024. These fines were targeted at insurance companies, agents, brokers, and unlicensed groups who failed to adhere to legal standards. In significant penal actions, PacificSource Health Plans received a fine of $100,000 for errors in processing insurance claims related to mental health and dietary consultations. The insurer was found to have wrongly charged co-pays, despite the policies explicitly stating that such services would … Read more

Cleveland Court Clerk Warns Against Rising Jury Duty Scams Demanding Fines and Jail Time

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Norman, Oklahoma – Authorities in Cleveland County are alerting residents to a recently identified surge in deceptive operations where scammers impersonate legal officials to extort money. The deceit involves misleading victims by falsely claiming they have missed jury duty and thus face penalties, including fines or incarceration. Marylin Williams, the Court Clerk of Cleveland County, has expressed concerns regarding the growing prevalence of these scams, especially through unrequested phone calls, emails, visits, or letters. These imposters often intimidate residents by suggesting that non-compliance with jury duties may result in financial or legal repercussions. According to … Read more

California Trio Indicted for Massive Meth Distribution Conspiracy; Faces Decades in Prison and Million-Dollar Fines

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SACRAMENTO, California — Federal investigators have charged three California residents in a significant drug conspiracy case focusing on the distribution of large quantities of methamphetamine. The accused include a young man from Watsonville and a couple from Hood, as detailed by the U.S. Attorney’s Office. The grand jury indictment names Francisco Cornejo-Quezada, 21, Shawn Eric Morales Sr., 51, and Renee Michele Hermann, 54, as co-conspirators in the scheme to distribute over 500 grams of methamphetamine. Both Morales and Hermann face additional charges for possession with intent to distribute the drug. According to the U.S. Attorney … Read more